Atrial sensing and multiple site stimulation as intervention means for atrial fibrillation

摘要

Atrial sensing and stimulation as intervention for atrial fibrillation. The present invention relates to a method of atrial defibrillation. In a variety of protocols varying combinations of conventional and biphasic stimulation are applied at threshold and sub-threshold levels. In a preferred embodiment, the implantable electronic stimulation device of the present invention includes multiple electrodes having stimulating and sensing capabilities. The small size of these electrodes allows for intravenous insertion into the patient.